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Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers

Truth for Teachers is designed to speak life, encouragement, and truth into the minds and hearts of educators and get you energized for the week ahead.

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36:11

EP246 A more intuitive approach to tiered and...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2022/01/30

You know your students and who’s struggling, and you can prepare lesson scaffolding even without data “proof” that students need it. Tia Butts, teacher and Truth for Teachers writer, is joining me for a relaxed, upbeat conversation about 4 ways she’s simplified tiered instruction and differentiation in her classroom. Tia shares how she uses a relationship-based approach with students to assess and meet their needs, rather than relying ONLY on data and assessment scores. Her process is about

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33:35

EP245 I’m back! Here’s what’s coming in 2022.

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2022/01/23

I wanted to kick off Season 15 of the podcast with an update on what I’ve been up to during my time off, and what I have planned for you in the coming year. If you’re new here, this episode is NOT our normal vibe: this episode is much more Angela-centered and our regular eps are centered on YOU and resources/ideas for your life and teaching practice. I just like to do some personal updates every now and then, so you’ll hear what my sabbatical was like, what I’m working on in 2022, and what topics

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20:44

EP244 How to take a sabbatical with me over your...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/11/21

What might be possible if you use some of your days off this December to take a true rest from not only DOING school work, but THINKING about school? This episode is an invitation to join me in taking a sabbatical from everything school-related during some portion of your winter holiday break. Click here to read the transcript and participate in the discussion or, join our podcast Facebook group here to connect with other teachers and discuss the Truth for Teachers' podcast episodes. Leave a review

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26:56

EP243 Reclaim your weeknights by balancing the "task...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/11/14

Although each day holds the same 24 hours, there is something that we have come to accept as being innately different between "5:00pm on a Friday" compared to "5:00pm on a Wednesday.” Not only is it untrue that the weekend is the only time to exhale after the impact of the workweek, but this also skirts around an important truth: The way that we choose to spend a weeknight has a more immediate impact on our ability to renew ourselves the next day than a weekend sprint of self-care. In this episode,

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28:57

EP242 Is this our toughest school year yet?

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/11/07

If you’re among the educators who find 2021-2022 is shaping up to be even more challenging than last school year, this episode is for you. I want to validate your experiences and challenges, and point you to a path forward even when it feels like you’re powerless to make things better. There ARE positive developments happening, and it’s due in large part to educators speaking up and speaking out about what they need, and setting limits on what they will and won't do. When enough educators resist,

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20:48

EP241 6 myths about English Language Learners I wish...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/10/31

ELs don’t earn differently from native-English speakers, but they do have specific needs that are often misunderstood. Today I’m sharing 6 myths about English Language Learners I wish I’d debunked sooner. These are beliefs and assumptions I held at the beginning of my teaching career, and unlearned them slowly over time. I think you’ll find that they’re super common myths, and in fact my guest today has also worked through many of them, and encounters them frequently among her fellow educators. Houa

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44:37

EP240 The big 5 tips for productivity to reduce...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/10/24

There are 5 overarching principles that can help you streamline and simplify your workload so that you feel less overwhelmed. I call these principles “The Big 5 Tips for Teacher Productivity”, and I’ve woven them all throughout the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek program (both the Full Year version that kicks off each summer as well as the self-paced Fast Track version, which you can begin any time). I’ve invited Amy Stohs, a member of the 40 Hour team, to share what the “Big 5” looks like in her daily

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38:18

EP239 Five things I’ve learned as a white teacher...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/10/17

If your cultural, racial, or socio-economic background is different from that of your students, there can be a learning curve as you build rapport. In today’s episode, I’m talking with Sara Singer, a high school special education teacher on Chicago’s South Side. Sara loves to co-teach and support students with disabilities in the general education classroom. She is also passionate about equity and creating rigorous, student-centered curricula. Sara is a writer for the Truth for Teachers collective,

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42:47

EP238 Get your grading under control via these 7...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/10/10

This episode is going to be a game changer! I'm talking with Megan Faherty, a long-time user of the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek program who's currently in her 17th year of teaching. Megan shares tons of practical strategies and a whole new approach to thinking about how you grade that has helped her reclaim her nights and weekends: Shift 1: If you don’t have time to grade it, students don’t have time to learn from it. Shift 2: Put grading on your to-do list when you assign it. Shift 3: Grade the way

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23:36

EP237 How to push past limiting beliefs to uncover...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/10/03

If you’re feeling jaded or frustrated with how little systemic change you believe you can make as a teacher, this episode is for you! I’m talking with educator Jay Benedith, who noticed unhelpful patterns in her own thinking and is here to share how she’s unpacked them. Together, we’ll explore how to examine your beliefs and assumptions that prevent you from cultivating and exercising full equity leadership. Click here to read the transcript and participate in the discussion or, join our podcast

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36:32

EP236 Six high-impact, low-burnout strategies to...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/09/26

Differentiating learning for every student in your classroom can be incredibly exhausting and time-consuming. So, I've invited Dr. Laura Fitzpatrick on the show to talk about some streamlining tips. Laura has been a 6th grade English Language Arts teacher for the past 8 years. She earned an M.A. in Special Education and Ed.D. in Inquiry-Based Learning, where her research primarily centered on teacher burnout. Laura is also a writer for the Truth for Teachers collective, and she wrote an article

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38:02

EP235 If a parent accuses you of teaching critical...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/09/19

We’re losing some of our best educators (particularly educators of color) due to pushback from community members who say teachers are brainwashing and indoctrinating kids. So what should you do if a parent or caregiver of a student believes you are teaching kids to hate themselves, hate each other, or hate America? I’m offering 7 practical tips to open the door for honest, transparent conversations with families about what is and isn’t happening in your classroom. Click here to read the transcript

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27:48

EP234 Ten tips for making sure data meetings are...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/09/12

Inefficient, unproductive meetings can drain so much energy. If you find that meetings to discuss student progress always turn into complaining and defeatist rants...here's help. You can make necessary meetings less painful and perhaps even valuable. Fellow teacher Mellissa Forbes has some really practical tips and mindset shifts to help you. We’ll talk about what to do before data meetings, during, and after to ensure they’re a better use of your time. Click here to read the transcript and

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31:32

EP233 Five ways to use playfulness in your lessons to...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/09/05

If you and your students are already losing motivation this year, here’s how to inject focused energy, student agency, and joy back into your classroom. Learn how to bring the benefits of play into your classroom and why students need playfulness now more than ever, including at the middle and high school level. Using this brain-based, research-backed approach explained by teacher Laura Gellin, you’ll be able to leverage aspects of play to design learning experiences that will engage, empower, and

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23:23

EP232 The coaching mindset: How to think like an...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/08/29

Have you ever wanted to coach yourself, use peer coaching, or better utilize an instructional coach assigned to your school? In this episode, I’m talking with Nicole Turner, an instructional coach, author, and the Creative Director at Simply Coaching + Teaching, LLC. We’re talking about the mindset shifts needed to set your own goals, and choosing areas you care about improving in your teaching (rather than simply working on whatever you’re told to improve on). And, if you're an instructional coach

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30:34

EP231 How to differentiate parent communication while...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/08/22

Some families want detailed updates on EVERYTHING...and others only want to be contacted for the most important stuff. How can you meet individual family needs WITHOUT burning yourself out? Listen in on my conversation with Erika Walther, a teacher in Baltimore City Public Schools. She shares how she’s learned to differentiate communication for students’ families and find ways to build relationships with them while still maintaining healthy boundaries for yourself. We reflect a lot on the specific

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32:44

EP230 Your most powerful tool for creating a...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/08/15

If you’ve assumed class meetings wouldn’t work for your grade level or you don’t have time, this conversation with teacher Jennifer Brinkmeyer will be absolutely transformative! How we start the school year communicates who we believe students are and how we expect students will act. You can co-construct community and rules with students through a weekly ritual dedicated to connecting with one another, anticipating the group’s ongoing needs, and solving problems. This pro-active approach was

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25:18

EP229 Something NEW is coming to Truth for Teachers...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/08/08

I'm back, and kicking off Season 14 of the podcast! Listen in for a quick personal update about my summer, what new changes are coming to the website and podcast, and get a sneak peek at some upcoming podcast episode topics. Click here to read the transcript and participate in the discussion or, join our podcast Facebook group here to connect with other teachers and discuss the Truth for Teachers' podcast episodes.

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41:28

Better than normal: How to craft an inspiring vision...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/06/26

This special bonus episode explores how we can find a more sustainable way to teach in coming school year. Because while it’s natural to hope for “getting back to normal” after so many constantly-shifting expectations ... we know that “normal” wasn't really working for all teachers or kids. What would it mean to truly reimagine education--not just talk about it--and create a way of teaching and learning that is BETTER than normal? Let's counter the "lost year of learning" narrative and find a more

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11:13

The 40 Hour Workweek is here...for teachers, admins,...

Angela Watson"s Truth for Teachers ·

2021/06/15

Systemic problems need systemic solutions. Here's what's new to support your school in creating better work/life balance. Click here to skim the transcript instead of listening Click to learn more about: 40 Hour Teacher Workweek 40 Hour Leadership 40 Hour Instructional Coaches

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